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CTE grants support housing association residents in England to develop new training and community
development projects. News, projects and how to apply for a grant.
http://www.ctegrants.org.uk/
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Housing: A Basic Human Right
A presentation by Ken Kimmelman, Barbara Buehler Anthony Romeo, and Dale Laurin, arguing that
Aesthetic Realism explains America's housing crisis, the cause, and the solution. Speakers,
petition.
http://www.housingaright.org/
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Department of the Environment and Local Government
Housing section of this Irish Government Department web site. Includes on-line leaflets on
services of the Department.
http://www.environ.ie/DOEI/DOEIPol.nsf/wvNavView/wwdHousing?OpenDocument&Lang=en
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United Nations Centre for Human Settlements - Habitat (UNCHS)
Analyses and studies human settlement patterns, and develops methods for controlled settlement with
the preservation of the environment in mind.
http://www.unhabitat.org/
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Joseph Rowntree Foundation
Independent development and social research charity, supporting a wide programme of research and
development projects in housing, social care and social policy.
http://www.jrf.org.uk/
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Housing Studies Association
United Kingdom forum for housing related research and debate. Details of conference and events as
well as recent publications from HSA.
http://www.york.ac.uk/inst/chp/hsa/hsa.htm
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Housing Policy Debate
Quarterly journal from Fannie Mae Foundation provides insightful discussion and original research
on a broad range of housing and community development issues.
http://www.fanniemaefoundation.org/programs/hpd.shtml
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The Housing Corporation
The government agency who fund and regulate Registered Social Landlords (including housing
associations) in England.
http://www.housingcorp.gov.uk/
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Housing and Housing Policy
Information from the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister concerning Government policy on housing
issues.
http://www.housing.odpm.gov.uk/index.htm
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Green Neighborhoods Initiative
Organisation that is pro-development, pro-environmental, and pro-livability. They promote
"Transparent Neighbourhoods". Includes details of Emerald Awards for Neighborhood
Planning and Building Excellence.
http://www.green-neighborhoods.com
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European Network for Housing Research
The Network is composed of researchers from a variety of social science disciplines dealing with
housing and urban issues. Includes details of conferences, events and publications.
http://www.enhr.ibf.uu.se/
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Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
Oversees home ownership, low-income housing assistance, fair housing laws, homelessness, aid for
distressed neighborhoods, and housing development programs in the United States. Site provides
details of HUD offices and programs, as well as resources for citizens, communities, contractors,
local agencies, and researchers.
http://www.hud.gov/
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Council for Affordable and Rural Housing
A national advocacy and educational association for individuals and businesses involved in the
financing, development and management of affordable rural housing.
http://www.carh.org/
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Community Corporation of Santa Monica
Largest provider of affordable housing in Santa Monica in the United States. Works with the City,
State and other organizations to finance new construction and rehab of older buildings. Also
manages and maintains buildings.
http://www.communitycorp.org
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Chartered Institute of Housing
The professional body for people working in housing in the UK. Promotes the provision and
management of good quality, affordable housing.
http://www.cih.org/
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Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute
AHURI is a consortium of research centres funded by Australian State and Commonwealth Governments,
as well as by member universities. Site includes a significant body of housing research
publications funded by AHURI.
http://www.ahuri.edu.au/
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Australasian Housing Institute
Professional body for individual practitioners in the broad social housing sector in Australasia -
linking social housing workers in Australia and New Zealand. Details of membership benefits,
events and publications.
http://www.housinginstitute.org/
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Australasian Housing Information Network
News, reports, conferences and employment opportunities from leading Australian housing policy and
research centres.
http://www.ahin.infoxchange.net.au/
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Joint Center for Housing Studies
The Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University analyzes the ways in which housing
policy and practices are shaped by economic and demographic trends.
http://www.jchs.harvard.edu/
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NPR: Housing First
In this yearlong special reporting project Housing First, NPR News explores the housing dilemmas of
Americans with special needs -- and how lack of housing can stymy their efforts to join mainstream
society.
http://www.npr.org/news/specials/housingfirst/
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The Quest Trust (UK)
Shares information and ideas about economic and social regeneration, and resident-led estate based
projects.
http://www.quest-net.org/
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UK Social Housing
Includes up to date national news on social housing issues. There are many useful links to related
sites, and also a forum to publish your views.
http://www.uksocialhousing.co.uk
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Housingnet
UK housing information resource, containing a social housing database, information and topical
debate. Also includes an online maintenance manual.
http://www.housingnet.co.uk
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BUBL Link: Housing
Reviews of Internet resources related to social housing.
http://www.bubl.ac.uk/link/h/housing.htm
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Roof Magazine
Bimonthly magazine on housing in Britain published by the nonprofit Shelter. Includes subscription
information, resources, past articles and a look at the current issue.
http://www.roofmag.org.uk
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Self-Help Enterprises
Providing technical services and support, helping families and communities compete for financial
resources and empowering people to be leaders. Includes current programs, how to join, FAQ and
related links.
http://www.selfhelpenterprises.org
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National Home of Your Own Alliance
Funded by the Administration on Developmental Disabilities to promote opportunities for people
with disabilities to own and control their homes.
http://alliance.unh.edu/
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Homeownership Alliance
Made up of groups and individuals interested in educating the public about issues related to
housing and homeownership in the United States. Includes membership list and information, FAQ,
press releases, and current projects.
http://www.homeownershipalliance.com/
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Community Housing NSW
Resource for community housing providers and tenants in New South Wales.
http://www.communityhousing.org.au
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Almanac of Policy Issues: Housing
News, background information, and links on U.S. housing issues, including public housing, Section 8
vouchers, and rent control.
http://www.policyalmanac.org/social_welfare/housing.shtml
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Squat!net
Information on all squatted buildings and areas around the world. An international forum on
squatted houses, squatting and carsides.
http://squat.net/
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McAuley Institute
Offers technical and financial assistance to grassroots organizations working to expand housing
opportunities and economic security for low-income women and their families. Includes current
projects, how to get involved, resources, and new articles.
http://www.mcauley.org/
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Housing Assistance Council
Helps local organizations in rural America build affordable homes. Includes information about
loans, technical assistance, training, links, publications and relevant articles.
http://www.ruralhome.org
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Housing New Canadians Research Working Group
Research partnership focused on housing access and discrimination in the Toronto area. Research
projects examine the housing search process used by immigrants and refugees, the quality and cost
of the housing they obtain, the degree to which their housing needs are met, and the nature and
extent of any housing-related discrimination.
http://www.hnc.utoronto.ca
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